Diabetes is a condition, wherein blood
glucose levels are above normal. Most of the food we eat is converted into
glucose, or sugar, which our bodies use for energy. The pancreas, an organ
that lies near the stomach, produces a hormone called insulin to help
glucose get into the cells of our bodies.

When a person has diabetes, the body either does not manufacture enough
insulin, or cannot use its own insulin as it should. This condition causes
sugar to build up in the blood. This disease can create negative health
complications, which include heart disease, blindness, kidney failure, and
lower-extremity amputations. Diabetes is considered as the sixth leading
cause of death in the United States. And according to Francisci Pasaporte,
President of the Philippine Association of Diabetes Educators, 500 Filipinos
are being diagnosed with diabetes everyday (as of June 2008).

Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes

Individuals who think they might have diabetes must first consult with a
physician for proper diagnosis. Some of the common symptoms of diabetes are
frequent urination, excessive thirst, unexplained weight loss, sudden vision
changes, extreme hunger, numbness or tingling in the hands or feet, very dry
skin and sores that are slow to heal.

AMPALAYA (BITTER MELON) EXTRACT
Bitter Melon is reported to help in the treatment of diabetes and psoriasis.
It has also been reported that Bitter Melon may help in the treatment of HIV

 Useful as an emtic, purgative, and as an anthelmentic, in jaundice, and
piles

 Indigestion

 Diabetes

BANABA EXTRACT (Lagerstroemia Speciosa L.)
Banaba has been used in Filipino folkloric herbal medicine for the treatment
of diabetes for centuries. Aside from the medicinal value of Banaba, as a
herbal medicine, it is also good for the health. Banaba contains high
concentrations of dietary fiber and minerals such as zinc and magnesium.

Benefits & Treatment of Banaba:

 Diabetes

 Fights obesity

 Helps regulate blood pressure

 Good for the kidney

 Aids the digestive system

 Helps ease urination

TURMERIC (Curcuma Longa)

Turmeric Benefits:

1) Lowering LDL cholesterol - Studies have shown that
turmeric lowers LDL cholesterol levels. LDLs are responsible for the build
up of plaque in the arteries that could lead to heart disease.

2) Treating High Blood Pressure - Turmeric has been
shown to improve blood flow as well as strengthen blood vessels.

3) Guarding Against Cancer - Studies point to turmeric's
ability to neutralize free radicals, chemicals that could damage cells.
Turmeric can ward off cancer and tumorous growths.

4) Promoting General Health - Turmeric extract contains
powerful antioxidants which can help boost the body's immune system and
protect against illness and disease.

Other Turmeric Benefits

Some of the other turmeric benefits include protecting the liver, aiding
in digestion and helping with irritable bowel syndrome

GYMNEMA SYLVESTRE

Several studies corroborate the fact that Gymnema leaf can increase
insulin secretion. In many diabetes cases, insulin secretion is lower than
normal which explains the difficulty of the body to control and regulate the
blood sugar levels.

This supplement also reduces body weight and weight gain.

This leaf is so effective in controlling diabetes that patients on
medication have been able to discontinue the use of conventional drugs.

This dietary supplement also has the ability to eliminate the desire and
craving for sweets, sugar and candies. By doing this , it reduces weight and
help people get a healthier diet.

It lowers cholesterol and help the body develop a good balance between
body fat and lean muscle mass.